Xiang Lihe chuckled self-deprecatingly and said bluntly, "I was too naive about the struggle for the title of Grand Master. The accusation of adultery with my fellow disciple's wife... is the thing I find hardest to accept."
Back then, he was framed by Qin Baihu, and a bunch of unfounded accusations were pinned on his head. What he found most infuriating was the affair with Qin Baihu's wife.
"Damn it, Qin Baihu is no human being, I'll..."
He unleashed a string of profanities, and the current Xiang Lihe showed absolutely none of his previous dignified demeanor, looking just like a rogue.
The wicked man revealed a smile, instantly becoming much more friendly towards him. Without the aura of a superior, he turned out to be an interesting and straightforward person.
Zizhen was dumbfounded. Was this still the Xianglihe who had been on whom so much hope?
It took Xianglihe a while to calm down. He stroked his spittle-covered beard and said apologetically, "I'm sorry, I'm really sorry."
"If I had really committed adultery with his wife, that would be one thing, but I didn't get anything and was even falsely accused. It's infuriating!"
"I have remained a virgin for fifty-three years now, so why are you framing me like this?"
"Women have the 'cinnabar mark' to prove their virginity... what about us men?"
As Xianglihe spoke, he became agitated again, his eyes flashing with a fierce light, as if he wished he could tear Qin Baihu, who had framed him, to pieces.
Oh dear...
The wicked husband and Zizhen looked at each other, struggling to suppress their laughter.
So, you're so angry because you didn't actually get to eat it, right?
"Old virgin... his firepower is really strong, no wonder he's all muscle." The wicked husband's eyes were incredibly sharp, and his coarse linen clothes couldn't hide his bulging muscles.
"Old man, come with me."
The wicked husband extended an olive branch, smiling as he said, "Do you need to commit adultery to find a woman? As long as you come with me, I'll get you hundreds of women, even those from other races."
Over the years, with his reserves, he must have been constantly charging; even a few dozen wouldn't be enough!
"Huh? Foreign women?"
Xianglihe instantly lost his temper, his eyes shining as he looked at his wicked husband.
The young man before me has an extraordinary bearing. At such a young age, he is able to lead an elite force in battle. His status and position in the Qin Kingdom are definitely not simple. If I go back to the Qin Kingdom with him, I will not be afraid of Qin Baihu.
He was born in the State of Qin, and Qin was his hometown. After wandering for twenty years, how could he not miss home?
He accepted the olive branch offered by his wicked husband without hesitation, and as for the foreign woman's words, they were just a joke.
“Old man, you will definitely not regret coming with me. You will know once you get to Zhushan. I have many great ideas in my mind, and I need a big shot like you to realize them.”
At this point, a serious look flashed across the wicked man's face. "If these things could appear in the world, earth-shattering changes would occur."
Upon hearing this, Xianglihe and Zizhen also became serious. Although the villain was young and a martial artist, his status and power meant he would not speak without reason.
"Then I'll keep my eyes peeled and wait. When will we return?" Xianglihe nodded emphatically, appearing somewhat impatient.
It wasn't just about wanting to go back to his hometown; it was also about immersing himself in the art of craftsmanship his whole life. His passion for these things was like that of a lecherous man seeing a stunningly beautiful woman.
"Report!"
The three were chatting when a messenger came running up to them.
"Speak, what's wrong?" The wicked man's eyes changed as he recognized the soldier's attire as that of an urgent messenger from Xianyang.
His thoughts were somewhat chaotic. The court was currently at peace, and there were no powerful enemies outside. What could possibly have prompted Ying Zheng to use an urgent dispatch?
The soldier spoke very quickly, “His Majesty has ordered you to return to Xianyang immediately. There is an important matter that awaits your decision!”
Upon hearing this, the wicked man immediately led Zizhen and Xianglihe towards the city.
...
"Erniu!"
"Chun Ning!"
"Quickly gather the brothers, the king has ordered us to return to Xianyang immediately."
The wicked man dared not delay for even a moment, and had no regard for whether his soldiers had looted all the wealth in the city.
"Yes, General!"
Chun Ning and the other two dared not delay in the slightest and immediately ordered the assembly horn to be sounded.
The Black Dragon Armored Army was well-trained. Upon hearing the horn, they immediately abandoned their looting and rushed to the center of the city to assemble.
In less than half an incense stick's time, the entire army had assembled.
"Let's set off and return to Xianyang!"
After a day and a half of intense driving, Xianyang City finally came into view.
Looking at the towering and majestic city walls of Xianyang, Xiang Lihe felt a pang of trepidation as he approached home. Twenty years had passed since he left!
The Qin state has undergone tremendous changes since then, but the only thing that still feels familiar to him is the towering and majestic city wall of Xianyang.
"Erniu, Chunning, you take the brothers and Xianglihe and Zizhen back to Zhushan first. Remember, no one who dares to come to Zhushan to see Xianglihe will be allowed to enter."
"Anyone who dares to force their way in will be killed without mercy!"
After leaving behind a murderous remark, the wicked man spurred his horse toward the Xianyang Palace, and the guards at the city gate dared not stop him in the slightest.
Now his face is his trademark; he gallops through the streets on horseback without eliciting any complaints from the people, who spontaneously make way for him.
"My wicked husband, thank you, fellow villagers."
"General, you flatter me."
"General, did you have a very fruitful trip this time? Hahaha..."
"Congratulations on your triumphant return, General."
Although no one knew what the wicked man was rushing off to do, the people's compliments continued like a never-ending tide, and his figure gradually disappeared.
Inside Zhangtai Palace, the atmosphere was quiet and solemn.
Ying Zheng and his officials remained silent, for the 'protagonist' had not yet made his appearance.
Last night, Ying Zheng received news that the wicked man would arrive in Xianyang early this morning, so he summoned his ministers before dawn to await the wicked man's return.
"Greetings, Your Majesty, and fellow officials."
Just as the officials were full of complaints, the wicked husband's clear voice rang out at the palace gate.
Knock knock knock....
The somewhat dull and hurried footsteps sounded particularly clear inside the hall.
The wicked man stood at the front of the center, saluted, and said loudly, "This humble general pays his respects to Your Majesty. May I ask what urgent matter Your Majesty has summoned me back to?
Behind him lay many blood cakes, shaken off by the movement of his armor, which drew indignant complaints from the court officials.
"That kid must have killed a lot of people this time."
"Wearing armor, why bother with formalities?!" Ying Zheng waved his hand and got straight to the point: "Wu Shi Luo sent word that Guo Kai of Zhao has contacted the three tribes and is negotiating trade with them at a price that is 30% higher than ours."
"They want to snatch this business from us."
Um?
The wicked man was stunned for a moment upon hearing this, then breathed a sigh of relief and complained, "Your Majesty, couldn't you have just sent someone to tell me the truth about such a small matter?"
"I was so scared I thought someone was going to rebel!"
have to.
The ministers were filled with resentment. With you, this murderous star, around, who would dare to rebel?
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